synonym Comparative
どうぞ
VS
ご遠慮なく
Differences Between "どうぞ" and "ご遠慮なく"
Option A
どうぞ
Meaning
please; go ahead
Reading
どうぞ (douzo)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
どうぞ、お入りください。
Please come in.
Option B
ご遠慮なく
Meaning
Please don't hesitate; feel free; without reserve
Reading
ごえんりょなく (goenryo naku)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
何か質問があれば、ご遠慮なく聞いてください。
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
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Which word fits this context: "(please; go ahead)"?
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使い分け解説:
- どうぞ: A versatile word used to offer something, invite someone to do something, or encourage them to start. It implies politeness and encourages action.
- ご遠慮なく: This expression is used to encourage someone to do something freely, without holding back or feeling reserved. It's a polite way to invite someone to ask questions, make themselves at home, or take what they need. It implies 'don't be shy' or 'feel comfortable'.
- どうぞ: A versatile word used to offer something, invite someone to do something, or encourage them to start. It implies politeness and encourages action.
- ご遠慮なく: This expression is used to encourage someone to do something freely, without holding back or feeling reserved. It's a polite way to invite someone to ask questions, make themselves at home, or take what they need. It implies 'don't be shy' or 'feel comfortable'.
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